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Apple clarifies that Texture and Grain controls are exclusive to the latest iPhones’ cameras
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Apple stated that Texture and Grain controls for photo editing will be limited to iPhone 18 and iPhone 18 Pro models. The company's initial announcement suggested the features might be available on older iPhone models including the iPhone 16 and iPhone Air, but Apple clarified the controls require hardware in the latest devices. The feature limitation applies to the camera processing capabilities specific to the newest iPhone generation.
